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Renault Megane I Cabriolet (EA) 2.0 16V (147 Hp)
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Renault Megane:
The Renault Mégane is a small family car produced by the French car manufacturer Renault for the 1996 model year, and was the successor to the Renault 19. The Mégane has been offered in three- and five-door hatchback, saloon, coupé, convertible and estate bodystyles at various points in its lifetime, and having been through four generations is now in its fifth incarnation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Cabriolet (EA) Overview:
Renault Megane (I Cabriolet (EA)). With 185 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1185 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.7 s). The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 16V (147 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful engine, offering significantly improved acceleration and top speed, transforming the car's dynamic feel.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a performance variant, fuel consumption is the highest in the range, reflecting its sportier nature.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Stylish and affordable open-top motoring experience
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Range of engines from economical to reasonably sporty
- • Practical 4-seater convertible
Cons:
- • Older safety standards compared to modern cars
- • Some engines can feel underpowered or thirsty
- • Potential for typical older convertible issues (roof mechanism, leaks)
- • Interior plastics can feel dated
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Coach (DA): 1996 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | Megane |
| Generation: | I Cabriolet (EA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (147 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1997 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 147 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 73.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 185 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F7R [Same engine] More details about the engine F7R |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6 l |
| Coolant: | 7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 124.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1185 |
| Max. weight: | 1655 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 281 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4028 mm mm [97mm more] |
| Width: | 1698 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1368 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2468 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1450 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1432 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.50 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/55 R15; 195/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent suspension, longitudinal arms with transverse torsion shafts |
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